Melbourne City Restaurants

Enjoy dining at one of 383 Melbourne City restaurants listed here.

Select a restaurant in Melbourne City or expand your search to include restaurants in areas around Melbourne City. You can also refine your search by cuisine or price. Featured restaurants highlight some of the best restaurants throughout Melbourne City.

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About Melbourne City Restaurants

Melbourne City is in the Melbourne region. In Melbourne City, restaurants are as diverse as they are numerous, attracting people from surrounding areas. More restaurants can be found in suburbs around Melbourne City.

Award Winning Restaurants in Melbourne City

Check the restaurants listed here to see if there are any Award Winning Restaurants in Melbourne City. AGFG's Award Winning Restaurants are the result of careful deliberation. Inspectors appointed by AGFG dine anonymously. Numerous restaurants have been awarded Chef Hats throughout Australia.

The Australian Good Food Guide invites you to indulge your inner critic and vote for your favourite restaurant in Melbourne City. Today Australian chefs are widely regarded to be amongst the world's best. If you believe a restaurant in Melbourne City is deserving of recognition, you can vote for that restaurant in the AGFG Chef of the Year competition or simply leave a comment as a reader review.

Restaurant Reviews in Melbourne City: Read what real diners have to say about Restaurants in Melbourne City.

Reader Reviews are a great way to find out what other passionate diners think about restaurants in Melbourne City. The views and opinions expressed in these reviews are those of individual readers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of AGFG, it's directors, management, employees, contractors, consultants or agents.

Restaurant Styles in Melbourne City

Dining in Melbourne City can be an exciting and rewarding experience. Tipping is optional in restaurants, but none the less very much appreciated. If you are pleased with the service it is customary to leave a tip of 5-10%.

Every Melbourne City restaurant operates to their own opening and closing times but as a guide:

  • Breakfast: 7am - 10am
  • Lunch: 12noon – 2pm
  • Dinner: 6pm - 9:30pm

* We advise you check individual restaurant opening hours before visiting.

Melbourne City Restaurant Ratings

The crossed spoon and fork symbols are representative of the restaurants setting décor & style. These ratings are independent of the restaurants food rating. View the minimum requirements for each level of restaurant rating in Melbourne City and around Australia.

Restaurant Facilities in Melbourne City

Facilities for restaurants in Melbourne City are listed using symbols. Note: Establishment s with the Disabled Access symbol are establishments that have dedicated disabled facilities.

Restaurant Prices in Melbourne City

Prices are given for Restaurants in Melbourne City where ascertainable. Prices for each restaurant reflect a two course meal (entrée & main course) unless otherwise noted. These prices are approximations and variations may occur.

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Accuracy of Restaurants descriptions & information in Melbourne City

Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the restaurant descriptions and information contained on this website. Notwithstanding, restaurants in Melbourne City may change and prices may vary. Restaurants do not always perform consistently; menus are subject to change and Chef's can move. The dishes we have described may no longer be available when you visit. Whilst every effort has been made to keep the information on this site as accurate as possible, AGFG assumes no responsibility for errors, changes, omissions, inconveniences or incurred loss as a result of any inaccuracy. See our disclaimer

We hope our overview of restaurants in Melbourne City has been of assistance.

  • Modern Australian
Arintji Melbourne City Restaurants

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Arintji - Melbourne City Restaurants

Price: Entree $10.50 to $19.00, Main $28.00 to $38.00, Dessert $8.50  

Address: Federation Sq. Cnr Flinders & Swanston Sts Melbourne City VIC

Arintji is never far from the lips of any serious foodie in Melbourne. Located at Federation Square in Melbourne’s heart, Arintji enjoys a loyal following of regulars who...

  • Chinese
Bamboo House Melbourne City Restaurants

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Bamboo House - Melbourne City Restaurants

Price: Average Price For Entree & Main - $40  

Address: 47 Little Bourke St Melbourne City VIC

In 1984 Bamboo House became the first restaurant in the country to specialise in northern Chinese cuisine; today it’s a Melbourne institution. Located in the heart of Ch...

  • French
Bergerac Restaurant Melbourne City Restaurants

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Bergerac Restaurant - Melbourne City Restaurants

Price: Entree $10.00 to $22.00, Main $26.00 to $35.00, Dessert $16.00  

Address: 131 King St Melbourne City VIC

Bergerac Restaurant has been a long-time lunch favourite amongst local office workers, offering a quintessential French Bistro feel; the epitome of a traditionally Parisi...

  • Modern Australian
Biero Melbourne City Restaurants

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Biero - Melbourne City Restaurants

Price: Entree $6.00 to $15.00, Main $10.00 to $26.00, Dessert $8.00 to $12.00  

Address: 525 Little Lonsdale Street Melbourne City VIC

A 19th century warehouse in Melbourne’s CBD is home to Biero, a revolutionary drinking & dining hub. The inside is debonair with bare brick walls, leather lounges & chand...

  • Italian
Bottega Melbourne City Restaurants

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Bottega - Melbourne City Restaurants

Price: Average Price For Entree & Main - $60  

Address: 74 Bourke St Melbourne City VIC

Be romanced Italian-style at Bottega, found in the beating heart of Melbourne's Little Italy. Rich, dark and sophisticated - sound like your type? Well you’ll feel right ...

  • Mediterranean
Ca de Vin Melbourne City Restaurants

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Ca de Vin - Melbourne City Restaurants

Price: Average Price For Entree & Main - $35  

Address: 350 Bourke St Mall Melbourne City VIC

Ca de Vin (or 'house of wine') is Melbourne's Mediterranean getaway -a refuge to sit and indulge away from the busy city streets. Down the lane-way wrought iron gates sta...

  • Mediterranean
Cafe De Tuscany Melbourne City Restaurants

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Cafe De Tuscany - Melbourne City Restaurants

Price: Entree $4.50 to $6.00, Main $13.00 to $23.00, Dessert $5.00 to $8.00  

Address: 429 Little Collins Street Melbourne City VIC

Tucked away on Little Collins Street, Café de Tuscany brings a little slice of Italy to the heart of Melbourne. City workers regularly pack this warm, friendly café, eag...

  • Italian
Campari House Melbourne City Restaurants

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Campari House - Melbourne City Restaurants

Price: Entree $6.00 to $14.00, Main $15.00 to $38.00, Dessert $12.00 to $25.00  

Address: 23-25 Hardware Lane Melbourne City VIC

The iconic Hardware Lane in Melbourne is home to Campari House, innovation in dining manifested. Whether it's for an after work drink and pizza on the rooftop, dinner for...

  • Italian
Cecconi's Cantina Melbourne City Restaurants

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Cecconi's Cantina - Melbourne City Restaurants

Price: Entree $22.00 to $30.00, Main $28.00 to $44.00, Dessert $12.00 to $19.00  

Address: Basement, 61 Flinders Lane Melbourne City VIC

The bustling basement bought to life by the Bortolotto family is known as Cecconi's Cantina, found on Flinders Lane in the heart of Melbourne. Warm splashes of vivid yel...

  • European
Charsfield Restaurant Melbourne City Restaurants

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Charsfield Restaurant - Melbourne City Restaurants

Price: Entree $11.00 to $20.00, Main $25.00 to $36.00, Dessert $10.00 to $12.50  

Address: 478 St Kilda Road Melbourne City VIC

Quaint & quintessential, The Charsfield Restaurant is found inside the Heritage listed & iconic Hotel Charsfield on St Kilda Road, taking diners on an odyssey. Once you’r...

  • Cafe
Chokolait Melbourne City Restaurants

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Chokolait - Melbourne City Restaurants

Price: Entree $6.00 to $15.00,   

Address: Shop 8 Hub Arcade, 318 Little Collins Street Melbourne City VIC

Pleasure doesn’t come much purer than Chokolait, a true hidden treasure tucked in the Hub Arcade, a few steps beneath Melbourne’s Royal Arcade. Decorated in rich brown h...

  • Modern Australian
City Grill Room Melbourne City Restaurants

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City Grill Room - Melbourne City Restaurants

Price: Entree $12.50 to $40.00, Main $22.00 to $55.00, Dessert $10.00 to $12.00  

Address: 535 Little Lonsdale St Melbourne City VIC

When thoughts turn to steak, footsteps gravitate towards City Grill Room, secluded off Little Lonsdale Street in Melbourne’s CBD. Work lunches, romantic dinners and big ...

  • International
Collins Kitchen Melbourne City Restaurants

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Collins Kitchen - Melbourne City Restaurants

Price: Average Price For Entree & Main - $60  

Address: Grand Hyatt Melbourne, 123 Collins Street Melbourne City VIC

Roving the prestigious landmarks of Melbourne CBD, you’ll happen upon Grand Hyatt Melbourne and their renowned restaurant entitled Collins Kitchen, named after the street...

  • Modern Australian
Essence Restaurant Melbourne City Restaurants

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Essence Restaurant - Melbourne City Restaurants

Price: Entree $14.00 to $20.00, Main $20.00 to $38.00, Dessert $14.00 to $20.00  

Address: Corner of Lonsdale and Exhibition Streets, Melbourne Melbourne City VIC

With understated style and culinary influences from Australia and around the globe, Essence Restaurant at the Melbourne Marriott Hotel captures the essence of dining in M...

  • Modern Australian
European Bier Cafe Melbourne City Restaurants

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European Bier Cafe - Melbourne City Restaurants

Price: Entree $6.00 to $16.50, Main $18.00 to $29.00, Dessert $8.50  

Address: 120 Exhibition Street Melbourne City VIC

Get a taste of Europe in the heart of Melbourne CBD at The European Bier Café. Spread out over three levels, the Euro Bier Cafe gives you the option to choose what suits...

  • Indian
Flora Indian Restaurant & Cafe Melbourne City Restaurants

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Flora Indian Restaurant & Cafe - Melbourne City Restaurants

Price: Average Price For Entree & Main - $15  

Address: 238 Flinders St Melbourne City VIC

Offering you flavourful curries from all over India, Flora Indian Restaurant & Café brings fragrant spice and vivid colour to Flinders St in Melbourne. You can’t ignore t...

  • Indian
Gaylord Melbourne City Restaurants

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Gaylord - Melbourne City Restaurants

Price: Entree $8.00 to $14.00, Main $14.00 to $20.00, Dessert $4.00 to $6.00  

Address: 4 Tattersalls Lane Melbourne City VIC

The heart of Chinatown in Melbourne might seem an unusual place to find an Indian restaurant, but the award-winning Gaylord has been here so long that it’s practically an...

  • Indian
Gourmet Curry Hut Melbourne City Restaurants

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Gourmet Curry Hut - Melbourne City Restaurants

Price: Average Price For Entree & Main - $30  

Address: Hub Arcade, 318 Little Collins Street Melbourne City VIC

Get your inner city curry fix at Gourmet Curry Hut, an unassuming little spot tucked down the Hub Arcade in the heart of Melbourne. A mix of loyal regulars and tempted p...

  • Indian
Green Pepper Melbourne City Restaurants

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Green Pepper - Melbourne City Restaurants

Price: Average Price For Entree & Main - $20  

Address: 18 Bourke Street Melbourne City VIC

Located at the top end of Bourke Street, Green Pepper seems to have found that magic formula of style, quality & price. Indian expats and Melbourne natives alike have wel...

  • Nepalese
Gurkhas Express Melbourne City Restaurants

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Gurkhas Express - Melbourne City Restaurants

Price: Average Price For Entree & Main - $25  

Address: 500 Flinders Street Melbourne City VIC

Located on Flinders Street, Gurkhas Express is the latest and most central in a long line of popular Nepalese restaurants throughout Melbourne. A seated Buddha and alms ...

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7 of February 2012 - 7 of March 2012
Functions & Birthday Parties | Pelagos Greek Tavern
The restaurant can be booked for functions for lunch or dinner any day or night.

14 of February 2012
Valentine's Day | Kanela Flamenco Bar and Restaurant
Valentines day at Kanela will have the heart racing and the blood pumping with Dinner and Flamenco show! Show that special someone just how romantic you can be! Book now as seating is limited!!

6 of February 2012 - 4 of April 2012
FREE BOTTLE OF WINE GIVEAWAY | Tandoori Flames
Enjoy a bottle of wine absolutely free(worth $25) for tables of 4 or more people *Conditons Apply* Not Available in conjunction with any other offer

1 of January 2012 - 31 of January 2013
Kublai's Mix n' Match Menu | Kublai Mongolian BBQ Restaurant
The mix and match nature of Kublai's menu means they can make up to 1300 vegetarian options, and up to 1200 gluten free options.

13 of March 2012
Dowie Doole Wine Dinner | The Water Rat Hotel
The Water Rat Hotel prides itself on providing the ultimate dining experience. In 2012, The Water Rat Hotel is privileged to have the support of some of the most reputable wineries in Australia. ...

21 of June 2011 - 21 of July 2012
Functions at Hare & Grace | Hare & Grace
The unique setting of Hare & Grace makes it the perfect venue for a memorable celebration, corporate event, or wedding with a difference. Hare & Grace is available for exclusive hire & can cater f...

14 of February 2012
Sweet Valentine Menu 2012 | Taxi Dining Room
Spoil your loved one this year with a delectable and romantic dinner for two at Melbourne's Taxi Dining Room. Designed with love, this gorgeous menu is sure to hit the spot!

21 of July 2011 - 18 of August 2012
La Svolta Motto | La Svolta
Mangiare e felicita (eating is happiness).

29 of June 2011 - 29 of July 2012
Red Monkey 3-4-2 Special | Red Monkey Tea House
Purchase any three cocktail or bar menu items between 6pm & 8pm & only pay for two. (Conditions apply.) Follow the link to print off your voucher.

23 of June 2011 - 21 of July 2012
Take Home | Ca de Vin
For those who just can't get enough of Ca de Vin, there is the option of being able to take us home - all our delicious dishes are available for take away.

4 of January 2012 - 30 of November 2012
Express Lunch Menu | Bottega
Enjoy two courses & a glass of wine for only $35. Available Monday to Friday

17 of May 2011 - 17 of June 2012
Functions | Chez Olivier Le Bistro
Chez Olivier has special upstairs function rooms, dedicated service & a variety of menus that can be tailored to your special event.

20 of July 2011 - 20 of July 2014
Pre-Theatre Menu | Bottega
Enjoy two courses for $40 or three for $50 including a glass of wine. Click on the 'Events' link on the left side of Bottega's website for more information.

31 of January 2012 - 15 of February 2012
Celebrate your Birthday at Number 8 at Crown | Conservatory at Crown
Enjoy a complimentary birthday cake and a glass of bubbly for each guest when you book your birthday lunch or dinner at selected Crown restaurants. Celebrate your special occasion in style with a g...

11 of May 2011 - 8 of June 2012
Sunday Brunch | Collins Kitchen
Take a culinary journey and indulge in a long, leisurely Sunday Brunch. Soak up the market atmosphere of the open kitchen and enjoy the best of the different dining concepts. Create your ultimate Sund...

10 of August 2011 - 10 of September 2012
Express Lunch Special | Rubicon Cafe Bar Restaurant
Zoom in for the delicious express lunch menu at Rubicon. Enjoy any traditional pizza, pasta or risotto (excluding seafood) plus a basic beer or glass of red or white house wine for only $16.50.

1 of November 2011 - 31 of December 2012
The Gastronomy of Marriage | Free Book | Books for Cooks
With every purchase over $100 receive a free copy of Michelle Maisto's The Gastronomy of Marriage

15 of December 2011 - 26 of February 2012
Summer Function Menu | Kellybrook Winery & Restaurant
3 course menu. Choice of three entrees, three mains and dessert sampler plate. One bread roll and butter included. $52.00 per person. 2 course menus also available (Entree and Main Course Menu OR Main...

4 of May 2011 - 1 of May 2012
Celebrate your Birthday at JJ's at Crown | JJ's Bar and Grill at Crown
Enjoy a complimentary birthday cake and a glass of bubbly for each guest when you book your birthday lunch or dinner at selected Crown restaurants. Celebrate your special occasion in style with a g...

26 of October 2011 - 12 of September 2012
Quiz Meisters Comedy Trivia | The Wharf Hotel
Comedy is flying high at The Wharf Hotel every WEDNESDAY night with the Quiz Meisters Comedy Trivia. Hilarious challenges and mind-bending questions in a relaxed and social setting, Port Side. $10 ...

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Mamma Teresa Newport

Mamma Teresa Newport VIC

Mamma Teresa is close to Newport’s heart, both geographically and figuratively. Run by two brothers, this loca...

Kati Thai Restaurant Balwyn North

Kati Thai Restaurant Balwyn North VIC

An inviting atmosphere and fresh, authentic Thai cuisine have made regulars of many patrons of Kat...

Bella Rowville

Bella Rowville VIC

Established in Rowville more than a decade ago, Bella has won the hearts of south-east Melbourne locals with its exci...

Yamagata Doncaster East

Yamagata Doncaster East VIC

Yamagata Teppanyaki has racked up quite a rapport with fellow Melbournians, and for good reason. A high qua...

Heirloom Melbourne City

Heirloom Melbourne City VIC

Business meets pleasure at this handsome, contemporary space right in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD. Featurin...

Lento Restaurant Lounge South Yarra

Lento Restaurant Lounge South Yarra VIC

Made with tender love and care, Lento Italian Cuisine in South Yarra is true to tradition in emp...

Syracuse Restaurant & Wine Bar Melbourne City

Syracuse Restaurant & Wine Bar Melbourne City VIC

Tucked down an inner city Melbourne laneway, Syracuse Restaurant & Bar evokes a wholly...

Ragam Indian Restaurant Doncaster

Ragam Indian Restaurant Doncaster VIC

A spacious dining room, quality cutlery & tableware, and a relaxed elegance set the tone at Ragam ...

The Brix Café & Bistrot Fitzroy

The Brix Café & Bistrot Fitzroy VIC

Classic incarnated as contemporary seems to be the theme running throughout The Brix Café & Bistrot,...

Rockpool Bar & Grill Melbourne Southbank

Rockpool Bar & Grill Melbourne Southbank VIC

Commit to an experience of minimal magnificence, à la Neil Perry style at Rockpool Bar & Gr...

Rubicon Cafe Bar Restaurant North Melbourne

Rubicon Cafe Bar Restaurant North Melbourne VIC

You’ll be grinning from ear to ear when you leave Rubicon Cafe Bar Restaurant and that’s...

Lamaro's South Melbourne

Lamaro's South Melbourne VIC

Set inside the graceful old Bayview Hotel in South Melbourne, Lamaro’s Bar & Dining Room is one of those pl...

Maya Tequila Bar & Grill South Yarra

Maya Tequila Bar & Grill South Yarra VIC

Opened in 2009, Maya Tequila Bar & Grill serves up equal doses of style and spice in the trendy...

Delight Darbar South Melbourne

Delight Darbar South Melbourne VIC

Opened in mid 2011, Darbar Delight brings a dash of spice to Clarendon Street’s almost endless array ...

Taco Bill Mexican Restaurant Cranbourne Cranbourne

Taco Bill Mexican Restaurant Cranbourne Cranbourne VIC

Since 2009 a beautiful, heritage listed former church has been attracting devotee...

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